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I use this drill every day. It's just a well-made tradesman's standby. Nonetheless, it's very handy to have a drill like this in your holster.
You could definitely say that a lighter model like the 14volt DeWalt is more convenient for drywalling. If you're a hobbyist, you could probably go with a lighter model, but this one really takes a beating. I actually have several on the site along with a lot of other DW 18volt tools.
It can do 95% of what you need if you're doing basic residential home construction or remodeling. And the hammerdrill function is only useful for very light work, like drilling the occasional anchor hole in brick. It is absolutely not a substitute for a real hammerdrill, even a small one like the Bosch bulldog.
I abuse it - use it for things that I shouldn't, like running a mixing paddle for thinset - but it still runs straight and clean, handles finish work well. I don't see how you could go wrong with it.
First. I was not willing to take my chances on another. Our work is often done way "off the paved road" for you Foxworthy fans. But this drill was nothing but problems for me and I returned it. Sounds like Dewalt has some real quality control issues on this drill. The chuck adjustment was terrible, the speed(transmission switch) would not stay locked in position and the final straw was the distinctive sound of metal on metal and a wisp of smoke. I have a workshop, barn and truck bed full of Dewalt tools and I would give every one of them a five or four rating. Just returning the drill is a long trip for me and we need tools that we can rely on.
This was within the first five hours of use. Given the number of great reviews this drill gets I am willing to accept that I got a lemon. A competitors product in the same price range has been used and abused for a month now and is going great. If you buy one hope you get one of the five star drills and not a one star like I did.
I can drill 3 holes in the time it takes others with gas augers to drill one hole. The best part of it is not having to carry a heavy gas drill around.
My expectations were based on other ice fisherman recommendations. I was pleasantly surprised and satisfied with the results.
I bought this cordless to use with a 6" Lazer ice Auger. I found that I could drill about 10 - 15 holes on a charged battery, depending on the ice depth of 10 - 18 inches.
The Dewalt was able to handle the job easily. I used an Beaver Bay 10" long adapter between the auger cutting head and the drill, but added a strap, just in case the auger pulled free of the drill (problem for some I talked to).
no startup and warmup. I carry both batteries along and I keep them warm to get the maximum power and life.
product was almost exactly what i wanted, dewalt 18v hammer/drill/driver was great and delivery prompt and better than expected delivery date. but as selling to international clients maxtool could/should disclose more information about battery charger input voltage (as australia is different to united states)output voltages mentioned in detals. minor detail but some small details are important.
My first one lasted about 4 years, until the body finally cracked and wouldn't hold the battery anymore. I'm not saying anyone should do more than it's rated for, but lets face it in real life sometimes things happen This is something every one should own, would probably last a lifetime for a moderate user.
I have been on my own 7 years and am now on my 2nd one. I do low voltage installations, I use this mostly for intercom/entry installations.
Used a 2 1/2 hole saw through 2x4.OK get the idea. I ABUSE them pretty good.
I have used it to drill 1/2 holes through new brick(I know go through the morter, but cant always do that) I have put 3/4 holes through cement block. I STRONGLY recomend getting them service every year or so.
Plus the 988 is compact enough to fit between joists w/ a 1" bit on it
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